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Merry Christmas! Sean Kilby is back with a special present for you: an extra-long episode featuring his favorite Christmas movie! This week he's joined by John DiLeo and Susie Kemple to discuss It's a Wonderful Life. Although it was nominated for a Best Picture Oscar in 1947, this movie was largely forgotten until 1976 when it fell into public domain and began playing on national television each year (free of charge). This led to a new audience falling in love with the film all over again. Since that time, it has continued to hold its place as perhaps the most beloved Christmas movie of all. But what makes this movie so special? And why was it not appreciated in its own time? Film Historian John DiLeo offers us a better understanding of the world of film at the time this movie came out. Meanwhile, Sean and Susie share some of their favorite moments from a film they've both seen more times than they can count. We discuss which elements of the movie hold up best and which simply don't hold up at all. Plus, Sean shares his list of theories and unanswered questions from a film that came out 72 years ago this week. Please subscribe now and share your thoughts on the It's a Wonderful Life episode at holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow John on Instagram @john.dileo.12 and on Twitter @JohnDiLeo, and find his books here You can follow Susie on Instagram @skemples

Sean Kilby is joined by radio personalities Derek Hartley and Romaine Patterson of The Derek and Romaine Show to discuss the cold war classic Rocky 4. We dive deep into the Rocky series and how this movie stacks up among all eight films. Romaine shares her love for this movie, which she has seen upwards of 40 times. Derek provides a bit of comic relief and some valuable insights into where this film fit into the political landscape when it came out in 1985, as well as some thoughts on why it became the most successful film in the franchise. Plus, we discuss the best quotes (in what is a very quotable movie), the cringiest moments, Ivan Drago's shorts, and a few interesting fan theories that you may have missed. Find out whether or not the Rocky IV holds up! Please subscribe now and share your thoughts on the Rocky IV episode at holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod Find The Derek and Romaine Show at DerekandRomaine.com You can follow Derek on Twitter @wastesyourtime and on Instagram @DNRShow You can follow Romaine on Twitter @romaine33

Sean Kilby is joined by actress Daniella Pineda and reality/radio personality Chanel Omari to discuss the very first episode of The Real Housewives of Orange County (Season 1, Episode 1). Daniella is a Bravo obsessive and Chanel is a former Bravo-lebrity herself, so both guests were excited to rewatch the one that started it all. This episode of Hold Up isn't just for fans of the Housewives franchise either. We also chat about our favorite reality TV shows from the early days of the genre and discuss how reality TV has evolved over the years. Real Housewives has changed considerably since it first aired in 2006, so we talk about which choices Bravo got right and which choices they got wrong at the very beginning. Opinions differ on just how well The Real Housewives of of the OC holds up today. Please subscribe now and share your thoughts on the Real Housewives episode at holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow Daniella on Instagram @notdaniellapineda and on Twitter @maniella You can follow Chanel on Instagram @chanelomari and on Twitter @ChanelOmari

Sean Kilby is joined by Michelle Ciciyasvili and Susie Kemple to discuss the classic Robin Williams children's movie Jumanji. This movie hit theaters 23 years ago and holds a special place in the hearts of all 90's kids. It stands as one of the best examples of a Robin Williams movie that delicately toes the line between sadness and hijinks, while still maintaining a sense of adventure. Does this movie still feel as thrilling as it did the day it came out? Was it too scary for children to watch both then and now? And which of the magical threats that burst forth from the Jumanji game do we consider the most terrifying? All that and more is discussed on this episode of Hold Up Hold Up. Please subscribe now and share your thoughts on the Jumanji episode at holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow Michelle on Instagram @michellecheech and on Twitter @michelle_cheech You can follow Susie on Instagram @skemples

Sean Kilby is joined by Aaron Kheifets and Nathaniel Kloke for the first ever Hold Up Pitch Meeting. We look back at the last 15 episodes of Hold Up Hold Up by pitching a make-believe remake, sequel or reboot of each movie (or TV show) discussed so far. Sean, Aaron and Kloke each select 5 movies (or TV shows) apiece and take turns pitching their very best reboot ideas for today's audience. Harry Potter as a Netflix show? Lethal Weapon in the old west? West Side story as a battle (for love) between Tupac and Biggie? All that and more is discussed in this very special episode of Hold Up Hold Up! Please subscribe now and share your thoughts on the first ever Pitch Meeting episode at www.holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow Nathan on Instagram @bobbydrano and visit his website at www.aboveaverage.com You can follow Aaron on Twitter and Instagram @aaronkheifets

Sean Kilby is joined by John Thrasher and Susie Kemple to discuss the first movie in the Harry Potter series. All three are fans of the Harry Potter series, but after 17 years will we all still love the first movie? We discuss the best and worst visual effects, as well as the casting choices in the film. And we dive deep into what does and does not hold up after so much time. Please subscribe now and share your thoughts on the Harry Potter episode blog at www.holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow John on Instagram and Twitter @jthrasher You can follow Susie on Instagram @skemples And download Martinis and Murder on iTunes: Martinis & Murder iTunes

Host Sean Kilby is joined by radio host Taylor Strecker to discuss the controversial (and widely criticized) finale to The Sopranos. First airing in 2007, this episode is notable for concluding one of the most revered shows of all time, and for its famous cut to black in the closing scene. Does The Sopranos live up to its celebrated role in the television pantheon? Will the cut to black still make Taylor angry? And how will this episode hold up to scrutiny all these years later, even if we see the twist coming? Subscribe now and share your thoughts on the Sopranos episode blog at holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can find Taylor Strecker on taylorstrecker.com and follow her at @taylorstrecker

Sean Kilby is joined by Daryn Carp and Aaron Kheifets to discuss the horror classic A Nightmare on Elm Street. It's Halloween time, which means we're looking back at a dated horror classic. Freddy Kruger is one of the most iconic horror villains of all time. Written and Directed by Wes Craven, this movie debuted in 1984 and helped reshape the genre. But does the movie hold up to scrutiny all these years later? Please subscribe now and share your thoughts on the Nightmare on Elm Street episode blog at www.holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow Daryn on Instagram and Twitter @Carpedaryn You can follow Aaron on Instagram and Twitter @aaronkheifets

Sean Kilby is joined by Aaron Kheifets and Jorge Morales to discuss the 80’s classic Back to the Future. This is Sean’s favorite movie of all time and considered one of the tightest scripts ever written. We go deep on trivia, including who almost played Marty McFly and how the movie almost got a different title. Everyone disagrees on the best scene in the movie (of which there are many great options). And we debate which gag hidden in the plot of the movie stands out the best. Is it when Marty invents skateboarding? Or when he invents rock and roll? Or one of the countless other options? Listen along as we discuss!  Please subscribe now and share your thoughts on the American Beauty episode blog at holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow Jorge on Instagram @fugacidad You can follow Aaron on Twitter and Instagram @aaronkheifets

Sean Kilby is joined by Jorge Morales and Jean-Luc McMurtry to discuss best picture winner American Beauty. This movie received nearly universal acclaim upon release, but will it remain beloved? There is a ton of disagreement on how well this movie holds up nearly 20 years later. Does Kevin Spacey make it impossible to see this movie the same way? Is it overrated as a best picture? Is the “bag in the wind” scene literal trash? We debate that and more! Please subscribe now and share your thoughts on the American Beauty episode blog at holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow Jorge on Instagram @fugacidad You can follow Jean-Luc on Instagram @jeanlucmcmurtry

Sean Kilby is joined by Daryn Carp and John Thrasher (hosts of Martinis & Murder podcast) for the first ever "TV episode" of Hold Up Hold Up, as we discuss the two-part pilot to LOST. All three watched the show the first time around, but haven't revisited the series since the finale aired in 2010. This episode of HUHU is mostly spoiler-free (outside of plot from the pilot) for those listeners who have yet to experience the series. Spoilers begin at the 53:00 minute mark, as we close the show with conversation about how the rest of LOST played out, whether or not it should be rebooted, and how it would be received had it come out today. Please subscribe now and share your thoughts on the LOST Pilot episode blog at www.holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow Daryn on Instagram and Twitter @Carpedaryn You can follow John on Instagram and Twitter @jthrasher And download Martinis and Murder on iTunes: Martinis & Murder iTunes

Host Sean Kilby is joined by actors Jorge Morales and Sam Hood Adrain to discuss West Side Story. Both guests are theater professionals, but Sam is a West Side Story veteran while Jorge and Sean have little experience with the film. How will this retelling of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet hold up after 57 years? Is the questionable makeup in the movie too much to overcome, or will the soundtrack be enough to put it over the top? Please subsribe now and share your thoughts on the West Side Story episode blog at www.holdupholdup.com Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow Jorge on Instagram @fugacidad You can follow Sam on Instagram @samhoodadrain And you can find out more about Jorge and Sam's theater company by visiting www.wwtns.org

Host Sean Kilby is joined by filmmaker Chris "CB" Hawthorne and entertainment producer Nathan Kloke to discuss the quintessential buddy cop movie, Lethal Weapon. Are we ready to watch Mel Gibson again guilt-free? Is this movie as good as we remember, or just a relic from the 80's?  Please subsribe now and share your thoughts on the Lethal Weapon episode blog at www.holdupholdup.com/ Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow Chris on Instagram and Twitter @chrisbhawthorne and visit his website at www.northbound.nyc You can follow Nathan on Instagram @bobbydrano and visit his website at www.aboveaverage.com

Host Sean Kilby is joined by actors Daniella Pineda and Andre Hyland to discuss the mother of all Summer Blockbusters: Jaws. This movie changed film history and is celebrated as a turning point for the industry. But after 43 years, will this movie feel just a little bit too dated? Or is it still thriller perfection? Please subsribe now and share your thoughts on the Jaws episode blog at https://www.holdupholdup.com/ Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram @holduppod You can follow Daniella on Instagram @notdaniellapineda and Twitter @maniella You can follow Andre on Instagram @theandrehyland and on Twitter @andrehyland

Sean Kilby is joined by Betches creative video producer Hannah Berner and PR pro Michelle Ciciyasvili to discuss Bring It On, or as Roger Ebert called it "the Citizen Kane of cheerleading movies." This high school comedy was released in 2000 and has gone on to achieve cult-classic status. But after 18 years, how much of this movie Holds Up, and how much will leave us cringing? Even though Bring It On features a stellar cast and is still beloved by many, the flaws in this film are apparent. Not only are there plenty of plot holes to scrutinize, much of the language has simply not aged well. We discuss both the good and the bad of this cheerleading classic on one of the most critical episodes of Hold Up Hold Up yet. Please subsribe now and share your thoughts on the Bring It On episode blog at https://www.holdupholdup.com/ Follow Sean Kilby on Instagram and Twitter at @radioseanryan Follow the show on Instagram at @holduppod You can follow Hannah on Instagram and Twitter at @beingbernz You can follow Michelle on Instagram at @michellecheech and on Twitter at @michelle_cheech